Short Term Planning Superintendent

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Fortescue Metals Group (Fortescue) has a vision be the safest, lowest cost, most profitable iron ore producer.

Since it was founded in 2003, Fortescue has discovered and developed significant iron ore deposits and constructed some of the largest mines in the world, producing more than 170 million tonnes of iron ore per annum.

Fortescue is continuing to improve its efficiency and establish itself for future growth in a rapidly changing global market through innovation, product diversification and asset development.  

Short Term Planning Superintendent

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Planning Superintendent to join the Eliwana project. Reporting to the Manager – Studies, this role is responsible for the initial mine planning and technical requirements for the Project, and later the successful establishment and ramp up of the site technical team.

Key accountabilities will include:

• Provide the Eliwana project team a key contact for any mine planning requirements or interfaces
• Developing detailed design and planning data to meet approvals submission requirements
• Preparation of mine plans and associated physicals and cost data to required company timeframes and standards
• Providing technical data and input into the mining contracts process
• Development of site technical management plans
• Establishment of, and managing a technical team responsible for the Eliwana mine aligned with the project development schedule
• Transition the technical team to site for mine establishment, development and ramp up
• Assisting operational superintendents and supervisors in understanding and implementing production and development schedules

Qualifications and skills required:

• Minimum  Mining Engineering bachelor degree or equivalent together with preferably postgraduate qualifications in mining engineering or relevant field
• Previous experience in operations is essential and exposure to project development will be highly regarded
• WA Unrestricted Quarry Manager Certificate
• At least 7 years experience, preferably  in large open pit iron ore mining with exposure to production operations, mine planning, geology, geotechnical, drill and blast and mine surveying
• Excellent communication, time management, organizational and continuous improvement skills
• Experience in managing and mentoring a small team of technical personnel

Our values drive our culture and business performance through a strong focus on safety, family and determination and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We celebrate and respect people’s differences and commit to being inclusive at all times.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal Australians and female candidates to apply. This is an exciting time to join Fortescue.